One of the best ways to avoid shrinking clothes in the wash is by checking the label of the garments. For more tips on avoiding this laundry disaster, keep reading.
Doing laundry might seem like an easy, mundane task, but the truth is, it’s all too easy to make a mistake that can cost you your favorite piece of clothing. Chances are, you’ve probably put a shirt or sweater in the wash only to remove it and find out it’s two or three sizes too small.
Shrinking clothes in the wash is a preventable mistake and one that can even be fixed. Learn why clothes shrink in the wash, how you can keep them from shrinking and what to do if you’ve accidentally ruined your favorite sweater.
There are several reasons why your clothes might shrink in the wash. These include fiber content, excess moisture, and heat and agitation.
While it’s easy to accidentally shrink your clothes in the laundry, you can avoid this blunder by following a few simple tips. Before you throw your next load of clothes into the washer, keep the following in mind:
If you’ve accidentally shrunk your favorite piece of clothing, don’t despair, It’s possible to reverse the damage with a simple little trick.
Fill up a sink or tub with lukewarm water and add a capful of baby shampoo. Place your garment into the water and allow it to soak for about five minutes. This process relaxes the fibers in the clothing.
Next, gently squeeze the clothing to remove water, but do not rinse it. Roll the garment up in a towel to absorb any additional moisture. Finally, get a fresh towel and lay the garment out on it. Reshape it to its original dimensions and allow it to air dry.
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